All articles by George McDade – Page 8
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NewsFull Five Star Rating Report: Commercial and Personal Lines 2025/26 is now available
Insurance Times has published the full Five Star Rating Report: Commercial and Personal Lines 2025/26
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NewsSabre reports 4.9% profit growth despite GWP drop in latest results
‘I am very pleased that Sabre has continued its track record of delivering strong profits throughout the underwriting cycle,’ says chief executive
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NewsBrokers aiming to use soft market to address property underinsurance – Aviva
‘Underinsurance is no longer just an oversight – it’s becoming an embedded behaviour,’ says director of innovation
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NewsPremium finance provider on track for 85% Cagr target after £1bn posting
‘I would be disappointed if, in two years’ time, we are not one of the top two premium finance providers in the UK,’ says chief executive
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NewsInitial cyber ransom demands grew by 47% in 2025
‘The data suggests a turning point in the economics of ransomware,’ says head of claims
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NewsSpecialist motor insurer launches ‘ultra HNW’ product
‘The new product benefits from our specialist motor underwriting and claims expertise and our commitment to delivering flexible, high quality solutions,’ says managing director
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NewsInsurers face growing exposure to social media harm claims
Legal claims related to harm caused by social media addiction are growing, leaving insurers increasingly exposed to a new type of liability
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NewsH&H Group promotes long-serving team member to lead insurance broker business
‘Having been part of the business for so many years, I know how important it is that our clients feel confident and supported when it comes to insurance,’ says new appointee
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NewsOBR revises Treasury tax earnings projections up by £500m
‘As tax revenues continue to rise, it is important that policymakers remain mindful of the cumulative impact of IPT on the affordability and accessibility of essential general insurance cover,’ says senior actuarial director
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NewsLatest Beazley results show 19% profit drop ahead of Zurich takeover
‘Our focus remains on business as usual,’ says chief executive
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NewsPrice Forbes announces Mea Platform as AI solutions provider
‘We are continually focused on improving how we serve clients while strengthening operational efficiency,’ says chief operating officer
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News AnalysisNo end in sight for commercial lines soft market as 10.8% GWP drop marks fifth quarter of falls
The latest instalment of the Insurance Times Commercial Lines Premium Index – released in association with Open GI – reveals that the last quarter of 2025 saw a 10.8% drop in commercial lines GWP, evaporating hopes of a market turnaround and marking five successive quarters falls
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NewsHowden instrument subsidiary partners with guitar shop for point-of-sale insurance
‘Customers should have peace of mind as soon as they have purchased their instrument,’ says divisional director
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NewsInsurance Networks Fair draws capacity crowd to City of London Club
Last week’s Insurance Networks Fair – organised and hosted by Empower Development – attracted a full house to the City of London Club, bringing together industry veterans and newcomers alike to promote the networks and clubs that form the backbone of the insurance community
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NewsMGA expands HNW offering following £250m capacity deal
‘This announcement underlines our commitment to being a reliable, long-term partner for brokers in the private clients space,’ says chief executive
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NewsBspoke Underwriting secures five-year £250m capacity deal
‘The new capacity gives us flexibility, stability and room to grow as we continue backing innovative niche products,’ says managing director
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NewsGallagher appoints specialist lawyer as director of dispute resolution team
‘Her extensive experience and innovative approach to litigation will be invaluable as we continue to provide our clients with the highest level of service,’ says head
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NewsSpecialist complex risk MGA approved as Lloyd’s Europe coverholder
‘Following a robust year of growth in 2025, this exciting news reflects the market’s growing confidence in our offering,’ says co-founder
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NewsHive Underwriters appoints chief technology officer
‘As we grow, we’re investing in technology and data that genuinely support underwriting performance and make it easier to do business,’ says chief operating officer
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NewsEuropcar Mobility Group appoints new MD as veteran retires
‘I am looking forward to building on his success to ensure Europcar continues to deliver solutions that are fit for purpose as the market evolves,’ says new appointee
